Knocked Up: All About Fertility and Women's Health

IVF can be an emotional rollercoaster, in this episode we breakdown the science and explore the potential outcomes to help us be better prepared when starting the ART journey. 

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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison

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Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

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Resources:

and so much more at https://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/blog

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Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

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So should I freeze my eggs or shouldn’t I? 

This is a very personal question. 
What will having frozen eggs mean to you? 
How likely are you to use your eggs later? 
Could having a baby now be an option you would ever consider? 
What are the factors here? 
How much is the cost of eggs freezing a burden to your current goals versus the opportunity cost of taking no action?  

Resources:
https://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/egg-freezing
https://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/blog/knocked-up-podcast-the-egg-freezing-decision-making-process
https://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/blog/knocked-up-podcast-amh-the-fertility-test

and so much more at https://www.womenshealthmelbourne.com.au/blog

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

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Over 10 years in the making, there is now Medicare funding towards preconception genetic testing. Our discussion includes 

• What is preconception genetic screening?
• Who is a recessive genetic carrier? (tl:dr we all are)
• How could I be a carrier for a serious genetic condition and yet not be aware of it through my family history?
• Why has there not been a Medicare rebate before? 
• When will the new Medicare rebate apply from? 
• What will this mean in terms of choosing a genetic screening test? 
• What is achieved by the panel funded for CF/SMA and Fragile X? 
• What about the Ashkenazi Jewish screening panel and why is that separate?
• Why should I consider putting my rebate towards expanded panel screening options? 
• Results are relevant to a reproductive relationship - what does that mean?   

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Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

Guest: Monika Urbanski, Cosmetic Nurse

 

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We answer your questions, including: 

Can I get botox whilst pregnant?  
Why are my ovulation tests always negative 
Timing/spacing between babies – I'm 38, have low AMH.  
Fertility whilst breastfeeding 
IVF and breastfeeding 
If you have adeno and want a family, are you on a stricter timelines (I.e. will it get worse) 
Can adenomyosis be genetic, like endometriosis  
Should I remove a mirena before egg freezing to normalise hormones? 
How do you manage blood thinners during pregnancy if there was unexplained PE 
Pregnancy after miscarriage. So many different ‘facts’ on the internet 
My first pregnancy resulted in a miscarriage, I was meant to be 11 weeks but the embryo measured 7. Is there anything I should do differently when trying again? Will I need more tracking or earlier scans?  
Is it normal for sperm to fall out after intercourse, why does this happen? 

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
Instagram: @ellechemy.com.au

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

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Is what we read in the SMH/The Age true? Read the article here

If sperm count is falling, why is this? Are there workarounds? Can sperm be improved? 

Other helpful resources: 

What Can Be Done to Prevent Male Infertility?
Here are some past concerns that may cause male infertility now
Genetics of Male Infertility with Dr Sarah Catford
Let’s bust some myths about male fertility
How can IVF help male factor infertility

We've made sperm friendly lube! Find it here!

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
Instagram: @ellechemy.com.au

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

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We go on, and off the pill for a variety of reasons.  What do we need to know before coming off and how can seeing a naturopath optimise our health outcomes including a healthy pregnancy and managing acne breakouts. 

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Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

Guests: Georgia Borowski

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For those accessing assisted reproductive technology, The Two Week Wait is a time of heightened anxiety. We speak to a team of experts, and a patient who has just had her embryo transfer, on how to best prepare, and get through this time. 

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Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
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Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

Guests: Mandi Azoulay, Wendy Fedele, Louise and Jess

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Listener request!

What is a molar pregnancy? How are they detected? How are they treated? Do they reoccur? 

For more information on molar pregnancies, check out our blog

Find us on Instagram - @knockeduppodcast

Join our community! Follow Women's Health Melbourne on Facebook and Instagram (@womenshealthmelbourne), and follow Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram (@drraelialew).

Have a question about women's health? Is there a specific topic you'd like us to cover? Email [email protected]. We keep all requests anonymous.

Women's Health Melbourne is a holistic care precinct, for more information about the work we do click here.

This episode is brought to you by Ellechemy - Lubricants and intimate care to meet your needs created by women's health authority and Gynaecologist Dr Raelia Lew

Discount Code for 10% off and free shipping: KNOCKEDUP
Website: ellechemy.com.au/
Instagram: @ellechemy.com.au

Hosts: Dr Raelia Lew and Jordi Morrison
Produced by Jordi Morrison

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.